The Evening Division's 14th annual Dalcroze Institute will be held July 28 - August 15, 2008.
This intensive summer workshop is conducted by Robert M. Abramson, a distinguished member of the Juilliard
faculty and a leading authority on the methods and literature of Emile Jaques-Dalcroze.
What is Dalcroze?
Emile Jaques-Dalcroze believed that the core of all musical art is human emotion. He taught that it is
not enough to train just the mind or the ear or the voice. Instead, the entire human body must be trained
since the body contains all of the essentials for the development of sensibility and analysis of sound, music
and feeling. Through participation in simple games, exercises, and improvisations, the students learn to combine
music and movement in order to develop rhythmic unity between the eye, ear, mind, and body. Refining one's
sense of musical rhythm provides a clear outward expression of inner knowledge and feeling. This ability enhances
not only a person's performance, but also each and every person's life, as a creative and effective form of
communication.
Who benefits from Dalcroze?
Any person who enjoys music and wishes to see, feel, and experience
how it works.
Dancers, actors, musicians—any performer for whom the power
of rhythm is essential.
Music teachers, therapists, and classroom teachers who wish to learn
the useful ideas and techniques of Dalcroze Eurhythmics.
Teachers working toward obtaining the Dalcroze Elementary Certificate
or License.
The Dalcroze Subjects
Eurhythmics
Solfège
Improvisation
Pedagogy
Composition
Body Technique
DALCROZE COURSES
Week I: Dalcroze Basics (EVCRT 500)
July 28 - August 1, 2008
9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (30 hours)
$690 Optional for 1 credit (undergraduate)
Each morning begins with a movement class led by Lori Belilove, followed by techniques in eurhythmics,
improvisation, and solfège. Students will observe Mr. Abramson and Mr. Cataneo teach classes of children (ages 4 - 5)
demonstrating the power of the Dalcroze method. In the afternoon, students will receive further study in all
Dalcroze subjects. Mr. Abramson will teach a performance master class during the week. Candidates for
the Certificate and License are given an opportunity to practice teaching and to prepare for their teaching
exams. The week is limited to 40 participants.
Weeks II & III: Dalcroze Study and Teacher Training Program (EVCRT 510; 520)
August 4 - August 15, 2008
9 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (30 hours each week)
$690 per week optional 2 credits per week (undergraduate / graduate)
Students must attend week one (July 28 - Aug. 1) before attending weeks two and three, unless you have the
permission from Mr. Abramson. These two weeks focus intensely on all Dalcroze subjects. Improvisation,
expressive movements techniques, teaching styles, presentation skills, solfège, and lesson and curriculum
design are stressed. Children's classes are taught by qualified Certificate candidates, followed by evaluation
and discussion. The mornings will begin with movement classes taught by Ms. Belilove and Mr. Williamson, then later the class will break into smaller groups for practice teaching and Dalcroze work in specialized subjects.
Mr. Abramson will teach a performance master class each week. During week three, Certificate and License candidates must
fulfill the exam and evaluation requirements. Non-candidate students are encouraged to participate by taking
the exams and evaluations for the learning experience. Both weeks are limited to 30 participants.
Dalcroze Elementary Certificate requirements
Completion of a previous summer or related workshop at a Dalcroze
teacher-training center.
Ninety hours of previous Dalcroze instruction (before attending this
summer).
A bachelor's degree in related studies.
Previous teaching experience.
Must take a preliminary exam at the end of week I.
Pass personal exams in eurhythmics, solfège, improvisation, and
pedagogy.
Successfully pass the teaching exam with children before a jury.
Provide a written paper on the Dalcroze method.
Dalcroze License requirements
Must have the Dalcroze Elementary Certificate
Previous teaching experience.
Pass a personal exam in eurhythmics, solfège, improvisation, and
pedagogy.
Successfully pass a teaching exam with adults before a jury.
Provide a written paper on the Dalcroze method.
Please note:The length of time required to obtain the Elementary Certificate or License depends
on the candidate's ability to develop high levels of physical, intellectual, and musical skills necessary to
teach the Dalcroze method. This is different for each individual based on teaching experience, openness of mind
and innate talent. Although a student may fulfill all the above requirements, the Certificate and License are
awarded at the discretion of Mr. Abramson.
FACULTY
Robert M. Abramson, Director bert
M. Abramson, Director
Mr. Abramson has masters degrees in composition and music education,
and a post-graduate diploma from the Institute Jaques-Dalcroze in Geneva,
Switzerland. He has conducted master classes for Itzhak Perlman's summer
program and for a leadership symposium sponsored by the Pentagon. Mr.
Abramson is the founding director of the Robert Abramson Dalcroze Institute,
a professional training center for performing artists and teachers.
Daniel
Cataneo
Mr. Cataneo holds masters degrees in Music and the Fine Arts, and a
license form the Manhattan Dalcroze Institute. He is an international
clinician in Dalcroze Eurhythmics and its relationship to performance.
He is a faculty member at the Manhattan School of Music, Temple University,
and The Juilliard School. Mr. Cataneo is the artistic director of the
Cape May Institute, co-founder of the Northern New Jersey Conservatory,
and the executive director of the Robert Abramson Dalcroze Institute.
Lori Belilove
Lori Belilove's direct lineage and prestigious performing career have earned her an international reputation as the premier interpreter and ambassador of the dance of Isadora Duncan. She has been hailed as "radiantly persuasive" by Jennifer Dunning of the New York Times. Ms. Belilove has held residencies at such prestigious institutions as Harvard University, Smith College, Ohio State University, Princeton, New York University and Northwestern University. Lori holds a B.A. in Dance, Religion and Classical Studies and is the Artistic Director of the Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation and its resident performing troupe, Lori Belilove & Company. Her expertise and professional dance achievements are bringing her invitations to perform and teach worldwide in places such as Russia, Brazil, Italy, and Hungary. Ms. Belilove has taught for the Dalcroze Institute since 1994.
Joe Williams
Mr. Williams has a B.A. in organizational and interpersonal communications, and a minor in theater from Wright State University. He is a teacher of the Delsarte System of Expression, and taught workshops on Delsarte since 1997. In the field of Middle Eastern dance, he is on the faculty of Morocco and the Casbah Dance Experience, and has taught seminars and performed for Bellyjam, Stars of the East, Shakira in Columbus, Ohio, and special appearances with Su’ad and Farasha, in Connecticut, Vermont, and New Jersey. He is artistic director of the Fourth Universalist Delsarte Dance Ensemble, a Delsarte based spiritual dance group in Manhattan. His performing credentials include dinner theaters in the Midwest, several holiday reviews, and vocal soloist in oratorios with regional orchestras. Mr. Williams has taught for the Dalcroze Institute since 2005.
REGISTRATION
Students may mail or fax-in the downloadable
registration form provided or register online by clicking the register online button on the upper right-hand side of this page.
JUILLIARD HOUSING
The Meredith Willson Residence Hall, which stands next door to the School, provides more than 300 students
with living space, social and recreational lounges, practice rooms, dining hall, laundry room, study areas,
and 24-hour security. Three full-time professionals staff the hall, with student resident assistants on each
floor. All rooms are arranged in suites of five bedrooms and a large living room offering striking views.
Rooms and suites are full furnished, equipped with incoming telephone service, and linens (sheets, towels,
and pillows). Students are assigned a roommate and most bedrooms are equipped with bunk beds. Payment of $425
per week is due by July 7, 2008. The weekly housing fee is based on a seven-day week. Students may make
reservations through the registration form, in writing, or by phone. The housing fee cannot be paid online.
Housing will be available as of July 27 - August 16, 2008. Reservations for housing must be made by June 9, 2008.
For more information contact:
The Juilliard School Evening Division
60 Lincoln Center Plaza
New York NY 10023-6588
Phone: (212) 799-5000, ext. 273
Fax: (646) 505-4110
E-mail: juilliardatnight@juilliard.edu
